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Iqra Aziz takes us through a day in the life of a new mom and we love how real it is

Iqra Aziz takes us through a day in the life of a new mom and we love how real it is

New parents can take comfort in watching the actor’s daily routine and know it’s not as glamorous as might you think.
26 Nov, 2021

Actor Iqra Aziz has recently been enjoying her time as the new mom on the block, which also means she has been missing from the screen for a while. Though we must say, judging by her Instagram feed, motherhood looks good on her. Thankfully, she's been keeping us updated via social media.

Many of her fans as well as other new moms have been looking forward to hearing from her in order to learn from their favourite celebrity. Well look no further — Aziz has a vlog now that guides you through what her day actually looks like.

Here are a few takeaways from her recent video.

Sleeping pattern, what sleeping pattern?

The actor starts her day at the crack of dawn, and there is no chance of extending the alarm five more minutes. “So it’s 6:30 in the morning and Kabir wants to play,” the actor said sleepily in her new vlog. Motherhood is never easy but Aziz sure makes it look like it is. With a few throwbacks thrown into the mix, she also takes the time to greet all of her pets and then hops back in bed. But not for long, because she’s up and about shortly after.

After waking up twice, the actor said that it’s okay to have an inconsistent sleeping pattern as it will be bothersome in the beginning but you will surely get used to it with time.

Asking for help is a great idea

After bidding goodbye to her husband, Aziz makes sure to utilise her time and ticks off all the boxes on her to-do list but when she’s feeling down she doesn’t hesitate to ask for help. This is where your mom comes to the rescue.

With motherhood being a whole new ballgame, the actor documented how it’s okay to ask for help when in need for both physical and emotional support. In her case, it’s her mother and sister who always come in handy when she needs a little bit of help.

It’s okay not to be okay

“Sometimes things get way too difficult, it’s tiring and upsetting and this is motherhood.” The actor alluded to a moment when everything crashes down and you need to find your way up. “There are emotions and lots of other things but it’s most certainly not easy,” said a teary eyed Aziz, who then assured herself that she will be “alright in a short while.”

Most associate these emotional phases with postpartum depression and while we love how women are finding different ways to speak about it, we wish that this topic was highlighted even more and normalised for everybody to understand what a mother goes through.

Looking after yourself is the goal

After putting down the baby for a quick nap the Suno Chanda actor fills up with yummy nutritious food. “Kudos to my sister-in-law and my in-laws in general for introducing me to this filling item called harira and it’s very good for new moms,” Aziz said while having a bowl full of it.

Now you must be wondering what harira is. Harira is originally from Iran and the Middle East and became common in the Subcontinent for its health benefits. According to IeMed, this hot soup is made with milk, almond flour, semolina, a handful of nuts, spices and some jaggery. It’s best for the the post-delivery period and enabling rapid recovery for new mothers.

Guilt-free me time is a must

Motherhood is all about shuffling through lots of work but it is also crucial for you to put yourself first. “It’s now five in the evening and I’ve finally sat down for some me time while Kabir naps. This time I’m snacking on some junk food because why not and watching a movie,” Aziz said while taking some time out for herself. This is a gentle reminder that you should do the same. There’s no harm in prioritising yourself!

Women are often forced to feel guilty when they wish to take time out for themselves because everybody expects them to be only focused on the baby. We’re glad Aziz is using her platform to show people that moms deserve some time of their own.

If you’re a mom — new or not — we hope you’re remembering to take some time out of the day to celebrate yourself and just breathe!

Comments

Dr Salaria Ahmed Part II Nov 26, 2021 04:07pm
Who cares
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ENGR Hamid Shafiq Nov 26, 2021 04:09pm
My mother more simple and dedicated for their children not these type of people who show their daily life as a commercial
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Tadka Nov 26, 2021 05:00pm
Thats the real filter free,makeup free face and complexion. otherwise we see women fully cakedup here
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Saboor Sajid Nov 26, 2021 05:02pm
Is this news?
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Asif Nov 26, 2021 05:05pm
Oh please for gods sake.
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Jigen Nov 26, 2021 05:43pm
Keep your fakery to yourself
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M. Saeed Nov 26, 2021 06:45pm
Nothing unusual from the routine. Very common daily life of an ordinary person, who might not be a celebrity.
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NYS Nov 26, 2021 09:01pm
Maturity is achieved when a person postpones his /her immediate pleasure for long term values
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Ehsan Nov 26, 2021 09:20pm
Enjoy you baby it’s tough raising a child
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Joey Nov 27, 2021 03:36am
Who is she??
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ak4pk Nov 27, 2021 04:08am
Enjoy your motherhood young lady, you have a sizeable following and your vlog is a good way to keep in touch with your ardent fans. Those who criticise your vlog are obviously not your fans and therefore shouldn’t be reading it, simple as that.
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SAk Nov 27, 2021 08:08pm
@ENGR Hamid Shafiq with all due respect. She is one of the mega celebrities we have,,, if you are into watching Pakistani TV dramas. And fans are interested to hear from her about her motherhood experiences.
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DR. Javaria, Aamir Ahmad Nov 28, 2021 04:33am
@Dr Salaria Ahmed Part II What goes up must come down!!
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ST Nov 28, 2021 07:43am
Why celeberities want to prove they are doing something out of norm , beyond human capabilities. So strange . All moms do the same. Whats the big deal. Imagine those poor ladies who are maids and have to take care of their babies as well.
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